Are you keen on making a difference in the lives of Young people?
At Paragon Social Care, we’re looking for compassionate and resilient Children’s Support Workers to join our team.
Who We Are
Our vision is simple but powerful: “Excellence Through Understanding.”
We provide 24/7 wraparound support for children and young people in local authority care, particularly during times of uncertainty and transition. Our focus is on creating safe, nurturing, and stableenvironments while helping young people prepare for their next chapter.
We believe that every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and hopeful, and you can be the person who makes that happen.
In this rewarding role, you will:
- Provide trauma-informed, compassionate care
- Build trusting relationships and create positive daily routines
- Support education, life skills, and independence
- Prepare meals and promote healthy lifestyles
- Advocate for young people and ensure their voices are heard
- Support medical appointments and community activities
- Transport young people using your own vehicle when required
- Encourage confidence, resilience, and belief in their future
Every action you take helps shape brighter futures.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
✔ Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary)
✔ A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
✔ Patience, empathy, and emotional resilience
✔ Flexibility to work waking nights, weekends, and sleep-ins
✔ A clear enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
A relevant qualification (such as NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care) is desirable but not essential — we’ll support the right people to grow.
Benefits
What You’ll Get:
Excellent pay:
- £17.50ph - £24.00ph PAYE Rate (including holiday pay)
- £20.00ph - £28.00ph Umbrella Rate
Extensive FREE training , including:
- Online learning modules
- In-person training in safeguarding, trauma-informed care, positive behaviour support, and more
Clear career progression — Senior Support Worker and beyond
Great perks , including:
- Flexible working patterns
- Casual dress code
- Company pension
- Referral bonuses
Apply today and be the difference.
This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all shortlisted candidates must disclose any convictions or cautions that are not protected under current filtering legislation.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks which includes an Enhanced DBS Check.
£17.5 - £24 per hour
...on making a difference in the lives of Young people? At Paragon Social Care, we’re looking for compassionate and resilient Children’s Support Workers to join our team. Who We Are Our vision is simple but powerful: “Excellence Through Understanding.” We provide 24/7...SuggestedCasual workFlexible hoursNight shiftWeekend work£17.5 - £24 per hour
...Be the Safe Space. Be the Support. Be the Change. Children’s Support Worker – Paragon Social Care Looking for work that means more? At Paragon Social Care , you won’t just fill shifts — you’ll show up when it matters most for children and young people who...SuggestedHourly payCasual workFlexible hoursShift workNight shiftWeekend work£82 - £106 per day
...Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Assistant Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Ripple Education. We believe that every child...SuggestedTemporary£462 - £500 per week
Company: VISION FOR EDUCATION - NEWCASTLE Job Type: Temporary, Full Time Salary: £462 - £500/weekSuggestedFull-timeTemporary£26.06k per annum
Term Time Only Wellfield School is seeking a caring, committed and organised Student Support Mentor to support our Children in Care (CiC) in achieving positive educational, social and emotional outcomes. Working closely with the Safeguarding Officer, you will act as the...SuggestedTerm-time£90 - £120 per day
SEN Support Worker Location: Peterlee Salary: £90-£120 per day (dependent on experience) Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type:... ...role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and helping them...Daily payFull-timePart-timeFlexible hours- £24k - £32k per annumEstimated...looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join our team. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you’ll support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents. This includes personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals...Hourly payFlexible hoursShift work
£13.27 per hour
...94% of our colleagues saying they would recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture where you’re supported to thrive and grow, and recognised for the difference you make. We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit...Hourly payTemporaryImmediate startFlexible hoursShift work- £24k - £32k per annumEstimated...effectively. And, whenever you communicate with a resident or co-worker, you’ll be truly considerate and kind. About HC-One At HC-One... ...people means caring about what matters most to them so we can support them to lead their best possible life. To be able to provide the...Hourly payFlexible hoursShift work
£98 - £120 per day
...graduates, career changers or anyone passionate about supporting young people. You'll gain valuable experience... ...committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘...Weekly payLong-term contractPermanentFull-timeTemporaryTraineeshipTerm-timeMonday to Friday£102 - £130 per day
Join a school where your support really matters. We're recruiting Level 3 Teaching Assistants... ...for a TA who enjoys supporting children both academically and emotionally while working... ...We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance...Weekly payDaily payLong-term contractPermanentFull-timeTemporaryTerm-timeMonday to Friday£90 - £95 per day
Company: CLOCKWORK EDUCATION LTD Job Type: Contract, Full Time Salary: £90 - £95/dayFull-time£98 - £120 per day
...looking for motivated Trainee Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across Peterlee. This role is... ...committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping...PermanentTemporaryTraineeship£98 - £120 per day
...looking for caring, motivated individuals who are passionate about supporting children and eager to begin a career in education. Whether you've... ...welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping...PermanentFull-timeTemporaryTraineeship£96 - £100 per day
...school and nursery. We are committed to doing what is best for children, not what is easiest for us. We bring integrity, quality and heart... ...provides opportunities for skills development, personalised support and training, making you a valued and respected member of our community...Temporary£25.58k - £26.82k per annum
...The successful candidate will: • Have experience of providing a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children. • Demonstrate the highest standards of classroom practice. • Be responsive, flexible and sensitive to the differing needs of...Full-timeFlexible hours£98 - £120 per day
...looking for motivated Trainee Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across Peterlee. This role is... ...committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘...Weekly payLong-term contractPermanentFull-timeTemporaryTraineeshipTerm-timeMonday to Friday£87 - £88 per day
.... The successful candidate must be comfortable working with children of different ages and would ideally have some experience working... ...your career. You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters. Our highly committed and...Long-term contractFull-timeOn-site£13 - £15 per hour
...our expert in-house nursing team Ongoing career development Support from our experienced Clinical Team Refer a Friend bonus... ...Apollo. Best thing I ever did, I get to spend more time with my children and watch them grow. Everyone is so friendly and easy to approach...Hourly payWeekly payPart-timeFlexible hoursShift workNight shift£98 - £120 per day
...enthusiastic Trainee Teaching Assistants to join supportive primary schools across Peterlee this September. You'll help children build confidence, develop new skills and enjoy... .... We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance...Weekly payDaily payLong-term contractPermanentFull-timeTemporaryTraineeshipTerm-timeMonday to Friday£98 - £120 per day
...experience while making a genuine difference in children's lives? Protocol Education is recruiting Trainee Teaching Assistants to support primary schools throughout Peterlee. This is... .... We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory...Long-term contractPermanentTemporaryTraineeship£98 - £120 per day
...enthusiastic Trainee Teaching Assistants to join supportive primary schools across Peterlee this September. You'll help children build confidence, develop new skills and enjoy... .... We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance...PermanentTemporaryTraineeship
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Children Support Worker. Be the first to apply!
- child development teaching Peterlee, County Durham
- children nursery Peterlee, County Durham
- children childcare Peterlee, County Durham
- support worker children with disabilities Peterlee, County Durham
- support worker children's services Peterlee, County Durham
- kids Peterlee, County Durham
- children young people Peterlee, County Durham
- child Peterlee, County Durham
- children Peterlee, County Durham
- support Peterlee, County Durham